Ceremonial Breath Training ~ Level 1

Next Cohort Starts March 20th!

Unlock the Power of Breath. Transform Lives—Including Your Own.

Discover the ancient art of Ceremonial Breath and learn how to facilitate profound healing experiences for individuals and groups. This certification program gives you the tools, confidence, and embodied wisdom to guide others through life-changing breathwork journeys.

You Feel the Call… But Something’s in the Way.

You’ve always known you were meant for something more. You feel the pull to help others heal, to guide them toward transformation—but somehow, the path hasn’t been clear. Maybe you’re a healer, a therapist, a coach, or a seeker who’s been on your own journey of healing, yet something still feels missing. You sense a deeper wisdom inside you, waiting to be unlocked, but the noise of everyday life holds you back.

Maybe you’ve experienced breathwork before—felt the rush, the release, the connection to something greater. Maybe you’ve had a moment of profound clarity and thought, I need to share this with others. But then the questions creep in… Can I really do this? How do I hold space for others the right way? What if I don’t feel “healed enough” to guide others? You don’t want to just lead the breath—you want to honor it.

Here’s the truth: The world needs more facilitators who can hold the breath as the sacred practice it was meant to be. The Breath isn’t just a technique—it’s a portal. A bridge between the mind, body, and spirit. A way to dissolve old programming, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and lead others to do the same. This training is here to support you in stepping into that role—not just as a facilitator, but as a guide who embodies the work.

Maybe it's...

Who am I to do this? I’m not a guru, a shaman, or a master healer—am I really qualified to guide others?

Is this too “woo” for me? What if people think I’ve lost it? What if I even start questioning myself?

What if I step into who I really am… and get rejected? Will my friends, family, or even my clients think I’ve changed too much?

What if I can’t hold space for others? I’ve done my own healing, but can I really support someone else through theirs?

Can I really make a living doing this? I want to follow my calling, but what if I can’t make it sustainable?

What if it’s all already been said and done? There are so many healers out there—do I really have something unique to offer?

Am I just chasing another thing? I’ve jumped from one training, workshop, or modality to another—is this any different?

And just like that…

The doubts creep in—not to stop you, but to keep you safe, to hold you in the familiar. They’re not the enemy; they’re just a sign you’re stepping into something bigger.

Fear isn’t a stop sign—it’s a doorway. You get to walk through it.

Now, Imagine This

You’ve fully stepped into your calling—not just learning the work, but becoming it. Your breath, your presence, your knowing is a healing force, not just for others, but for yourself.

You guide others through their breakthroughs, holding space for their transformation with deep trust in your own wisdom.

You no longer second-guess your gifts—you embody them. Healing isn’t just something you do; it’s who you are.

Your work feels alive, rich with meaning, a direct channel to something greater than yourself.

The self-doubt? The fear? They no longer run the show. You move with certainty, even when the path unfolds step by step.

Your own healing deepens in ways you never expected—each breath, each session, each moment of holding space expands you just as much as those you serve.

You’re connected—to your purpose, to a lineage of healers before you, and to a future where your impact ripples out in ways you can’t yet see.

This is what happens when you stop waiting and say yes.

Breath Facilitator. Priestess. Shamanic Arts Practitioner. Guide of Healing in Altered States

Melissa's Story

Melissa Terese never set out to become a healer. She was deep in the fast-paced world of television, thriving in the industry—until life had other plans. Melissa’s journey began in 2014 when she experienced a life-changing moment healing a back injury with her own breath. In one session, something shifted. Her pain disappeared, and in its place, a deeper knowing emerged—she had just experienced the power of healing herself.

That moment changed everything.

Melissa threw herself into studying breathwork, shamanic wisdom, and the mind-body connection. What started as a personal healing journey became a calling, and she developed Ceremonial Breath—a unique fusion of breath facilitation, energy work, and deep spiritual practice. Today, she teaches others how to use the breath as medicine, guiding them to release emotional blocks, regulate their nervous systems, and expand their consciousness.

As the founder of Breathwork Worldwide and Circle of Sacred Breath, Melissa has trained countless facilitators and held space for thousands of people in private sessions, group circles, and immersive workshops. She also created an accessible framework for integrating shamanic energy tools, particularly the Q’ero Peruvian Medicine Wheel, into the breath practice.

Originally from the East Coast, she’s now based in Los Angeles, reconnecting with her West Coast tribe while spending time with her son. But a big part of her heart still lives in Powhatan, Virginia, where she built a thriving healing arts practice—alongside a farm full of animals, six cats, and her dog, Baya.

An Aquarius to the core, Melissa believes healing is both practical and mystical—a dance between science and spirit, ancient wisdom and modern life. Her mission? To help others reclaim their innate power, remember who they are, and step into their own medicine.

Next cohort starts March 20th!

Introducing Ceremonial Breath Training Level 1

A comprehensive 8-week group program to teach you the art of facilitating ceremonial breath.

Here’s what sets it apart:

The secret sauce of this course—the thing that makes it unlike any other breath facilitator training—is the fusion of breath, ceremony, and energetic mastery in a way that is deeply embodied, transformational, and rooted in lineage wisdom.

Ceremonial Breath—This isn’t just a technique; it’s a fully immersive healing experience that integrates the breath with shamanic energy medicine, creating a space for profound breakthroughs, spiritual connection, and emotional release.

Ancient Meets Modern—Unlike many trainings that focus only on breath mechanics, this course blends the power of Q’ero Peruvian Medicine Wheel teachings with modern neuroscience and trauma-informed facilitation, giving you tools to work deeply, safely, and ethically.

Energetic Mastery + Trauma-Informed Facilitation—Many breath trainings leave you guessing when it comes to energetics, nervous system regulation, and trauma-sensitive space holding. Here, you’ll learn exactly how to read and regulate energy, hold space without burnout, and ensure safety for yourself and your clients.

The Art of the Journey—This training teaches how to guide a breath session as a true ceremonial experience. You’ll learn how to sequence, lead, and intuitively respond to the energy in the room, creating deep, safe, and transformational journeys.

A Community & A Path, Not Just a Course—This isn’t a one-and-done training. You’re stepping into a living lineage of facilitators, healers, and seekers—a community that will support your evolution long after the course ends.

It’s not just about learning how to facilitate the breath.
It’s about becoming a vessel for healing, transformation, and something far greater.

What’s Included in Your Training?

Weekly Video teachings

Accessible through Teachable, released every week, including additional resources.

4 Live Q&A Check-Ins

Four, live check-ins with Melissa Those calls are Thursdays at 4 PM PST & 7 EST on 4/3, 4/17, 5/1, & closing call on 5/22.

Certification

Upon completion, begin guiding one-on-one Ceremonial Breath sessions.

Exclusive Workbook & Resources

Designed to help you integrate the teachings into practice, these workbooks and resources will expand your wisdom even further.

Global Breathwork Community

In addition to your fellow students, join a network of practitioners and healers. Connect, collaborate, and grow within a global community dedicated to the power of breath.

The Business of The Breath

The essential tools to launch and grow your practice with confidence. Get swipe files, waivers, intake forms, facilitation scripts, and foundational business guidance.

$ 888 One-Time Payment

Weekly Video teachings
4 Live Q&A Check-Ins
Exclusive Workbook & Resources
Global Breath Community
The Business of Breath

$ 444 Split-Payment

Weekly Video teachings
4 Live Q&A Check-Ins
Exclusive Workbook & Resources
Global Breath Community
The Business of Breath

What's Inside the Course

The Foundation of Space Holding

Self-care is not selfish—it is soulful. In this foundational module, you’ll explore the importance of self-care as a breath facilitator and why tending to your own well-being is essential for holding safe, grounded, and transformative space for others.

This module sets the stage for your journey, ensuring you show up resourced, present, and powerful in your work.

History of Breathwork

The Breath is not new—it’s ancient. In this module, explore the rich history of breathwork across cultures, from its spiritual roots in shamanic and Vedic traditions to the pioneers who introduced it to the modern world. Learn how breath has been used for healing, transformation, and connection to spirit for thousands of years. Plus, begin your Know Thyself assignment, an ongoing journey of self-discovery to better understand your unique energy and strengths as a facilitator.

Tools for Ceremonial Breath: Build Your Breath Toolkit

The Breath is more than just breathing—it’s about creating the right container for healing and transformation. In this module, you’ll learn:

The essential tools for a grounded and effective breat practice.
How to create sacred space for safety, depth, and energetic clarity.
The power of essential oils to enhance and support the breath journey.

This module also includes a 21-minute guided breath practice to help you embody these teachings firsthand. By integrating these tools, you’ll be able to hold space with confidence, deepen the experience for your clients, and cultivate your own unique breath practice.

Unlock the Science of The Breath: Transform Your Body & Mind

The Breath isn’t just a practice—it’s scientifically proven to heal, regulate, and optimize your body’s natural functions. In this module, you’ll discover:

How breath detoxifies and nourishes your body at the cellular level.
The neuroscience behind the breath and how it rewires the brain for lasting transformation.
How to activate the vagus nerve, shifting from stress to deep relaxation.
The power of breath to prevent disease, reduce inflammation, and support mental clarity.

This module also includes a 28-minute guided breath session to help you embody the teachings and experience the science of breath firsthand.

By the end of this module, you’ll understand and feel the profound impact of the breath—not just as a concept, but as a tool for lasting wellness and transformation.

Master the Breath Formula & Build Your Foundation as a Facilitator

Ceremonial breath is a powerful, yet structured practice that requires careful preparation and technique. In this module, you’ll learn the core formula that makes the breath effective and transformative, including:

The essential structure of a breath session and how to guide clients safely
Client intake, screening, and preparation, including sample forms and emails
The 3-Part Breath Technique—a powerful, gentle method for deep healing

With practical tools, guided techniques, and clear frameworks, this module will prepare you to confidently book clients, facilitate sessions, and deliver life-changing breath experiences.

The Breath Formula Part 2 – Timing, Music & Mastery

Refine your breath facilitation with the perfect balance of timing, music, and breath holds to create a transformational experience for your clients.

In this module, you’ll learn how to structure a breath session for maximum impact, harness the power of music to guide the breath journey, and integrate breath holds safely.

With additional recorded sessions to listen, learn, and follow along, you’ll gain the confidence to lead ceremonial breath sessions that blend science and spirituality.

Space Holding for Ceremonial Breathwork

Learn how to create a safe, sacred, and energetically clear space for your breath clients. This module covers everything from cleansing techniques with sage, Palo Santo, and essential oils to energetically holding space without interference.

You’ll also master techniques for guiding clients through emotional and somatic releases, ensuring a transformative and supportive breath experience.

Ethical, Responsible, and Sustainable Breath Facilitation

Step into your role as a breath facilitator with integrity and confidence. This module equips you with ethical frameworks, professional responsibility, and business strategies to build a thriving, sustainable practice.

Learn how to uphold ethical space holding, establish professional boundaries, and create a breath business that aligns with your values. You’ll also gain tools to empower clients with simple take-home practices, ensuring lasting impact. This is where the breath meets service, responsibility, and professional success.

Thank You + What’s Next

In this final module, we close the container with deep gratitude and intention, honoring your journey as a facilitator of the breath. Whether you plan to share this practice professionally or use it for your personal healing, this closing ceremony anchors you into your next steps.

You’ll receive final guidance on integrating this work, an invitation to continue your education, and a reminder of the ongoing support available to you. This module is more than just an ending—it’s a transition into your next phase as a breath practitioner.

Bonuses in this course include:

Playlists to support you and your clients
Business swipe files (intake forms, emails, etc.)
Recorded sessions for your own exploration
Access to The Sacred Breath Circle for the first year.

What Students Are Saying

Melissa Terese is not only a Breath Facilitator and Shamanic Practitioner but also a deeply invested teacher and guide. Her teachings have become part of the foundation of my work and have been a launching pad for my personal practice. She offers unwavering support and guidance, always making herself available for follow-up questions and deeper exploration.

Melissa brings a warmth and playfulness to her work, making the journey of learning and healing both profound and joyful. She once told me that a great teacher wishes for their students to surpass them—words she fully embodies. Today, we stand side by side, facilitating healing experiences together.

Her mantra, Rise, Sister, Rise, is not just something she says—it’s something she lives. She genuinely wants to see her students step into their own power, evolving from student to teacher. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and presence on this path.

"Melissa’s ceremonial training is so much more than just providing training on how to facilitate, hold space, or work with plant medicines. Her training is all encompassing and life changing! Melissa brings her love, passion, experience, and knowledge into everything that she teaches, which is contagious. She is a great teacher and mentor, and I continue to learn from her. Her training has made me a better facilitator and helped me expand my business. Most of all her teachings have expanded my consciousness and who I am today!"

Working with Melissa through the Ceremonial Breathwork Facilitator Training Level 1 and Level 2 has been nothing short of life-changing. Her guidance didn't just teach me how to breathe—it brought me back into my body in a way I didn’t know I was missing. In a world that constantly pulls us out of ourselves, Melissa's teachings have been the anchor I didn’t know I needed.

Through her training, I learned to weave breathwork into my daily routines, helping me stay grounded and sane in a time when the world feels anything but. It’s not just a practice—it’s become a way of being. And the impact on my business? Profound. I show up more present, more embodied, and more connected—not just to my clients, but to myself.

Melissa is more than a teacher and mentor; she’s a guide who walks the path with you. Her wisdom, warmth, and authenticity create a space where real transformation happens. I’m beyond grateful for her and the journey she’s led me on.

Join the next cohort march 20th

$ 888 One-Time Payment

Weekly Video teachings
4 Live Q&A Check-Ins
Exclusive Workbook & Resources
Global Breathwork Community
The Business of Breath

$ 444 Split-Payment

Weekly Video teachings
4 Live Q&A Check-Ins
Exclusive Workbook & Resources
Global Breathwork Community
The Business of Breath

Here's How It Works

The moment you enroll, you’ll receive a welcome email with everything you need to begin—your login details, access to the training portal, and a personal invitation into this transformative journey.

From there, you’ll start with the Welcome & Overview video, where you’ll deepen your understanding of ceremonial breathwork and set the stage for your experience. You’ll also receive your full Ceremonial Breath Training Workbook, designed to support you every step of the way.

This isn’t just a course—it’s a journey into the depth of breath as medicine. You’ll learn, practice, and integrate at your own pace, but you won’t be alone.

You’ll also get guidance on how to join our private student community, where you can ask questions, share experiences, and stay connected to a network of breath keepers walking this path alongside you.

I can’t wait for you to step into this work. Your breath already knows the way—let’s begin.

Ready to Begin?

Still have questions? Book a discovery call, and we’ll explore whether this is the right fit for your goals.